For some reason this preppy bride-to-be has been VERY hungry/food-obsessed these last few days. Could it have something to do with consuming massive quantities of Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark (aka chocolate crack)?
More likely, it is due to correspondence with our lovely caterer over these last few days. Because we chose to have our wedding reception in a historic landmark, we began the search for a caterer right away. See wedding food is one part of the holy wedding trinity, along with a hopping Motown band and all the alcoholic beverages you can drink.
For me (and the husband-to-be - he digs food), it was essential to find some one to spice up our vision of preppy southern chic. I met with plenty of people who were going to give me ham biscuits, chicken salad and a carving station. YAWN. I wanted fun and out-of-the ordinary, but still delicious. As soon as we met with the caterer we chose, that vision was fulfilled.
We decided on doing a buffet style reception (this is big in the South). Here are some fun things we thought up: sliders, sweet potato ham biscuits, mini gouda grilled cheese sandwiches (served with a shot glass of tomato soup), a mashed potato/mashed sweet potato/grits bar with all the fixings, dueling carving stations, and dough cups filled with mac and cheese, corn pudding and collard greens. Oh and our cute Mason Margaritas will be served in mason jars (to match the antique ones we are using for flower displays) and guests will put on the top to shake their own margaritas.
Hungry Yet? Did I forget to mention the milkshakes to be handed to guests as they leave (this one I am still fighting for, we’ll see if the budget allows).
So, there is a lot of starch in our menu, but the husband-to-be and I LOVE good southern food. My recommendation is to have what you love, sushi, mexican food, popcorn or milkshakes. And find a caterer that will work with (and not against your vision).
More likely, it is due to correspondence with our lovely caterer over these last few days. Because we chose to have our wedding reception in a historic landmark, we began the search for a caterer right away. See wedding food is one part of the holy wedding trinity, along with a hopping Motown band and all the alcoholic beverages you can drink.
For me (and the husband-to-be - he digs food), it was essential to find some one to spice up our vision of preppy southern chic. I met with plenty of people who were going to give me ham biscuits, chicken salad and a carving station. YAWN. I wanted fun and out-of-the ordinary, but still delicious. As soon as we met with the caterer we chose, that vision was fulfilled.
We decided on doing a buffet style reception (this is big in the South). Here are some fun things we thought up: sliders, sweet potato ham biscuits, mini gouda grilled cheese sandwiches (served with a shot glass of tomato soup), a mashed potato/mashed sweet potato/grits bar with all the fixings, dueling carving stations, and dough cups filled with mac and cheese, corn pudding and collard greens. Oh and our cute Mason Margaritas will be served in mason jars (to match the antique ones we are using for flower displays) and guests will put on the top to shake their own margaritas.
Hungry Yet? Did I forget to mention the milkshakes to be handed to guests as they leave (this one I am still fighting for, we’ll see if the budget allows).
So, there is a lot of starch in our menu, but the husband-to-be and I LOVE good southern food. My recommendation is to have what you love, sushi, mexican food, popcorn or milkshakes. And find a caterer that will work with (and not against your vision).
If you need help deciding on menu choices, check out these sites that will fill you up with inspiration:
Had any great wedding food lately? I would love to hear about it in the comments section!
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